The Cup Sleeve
A quick project to use up the tail end of that yummy yarn. Any worsted weight yarn will do, approximately 30 yds. The sample is shown in Malabrigo Rios. Tools needed: Size 6/4mm double point needles, cable needle, stitch marker Gauge: 11 stitches per 2" in stockinette. Abbreviations: K-Knit P-Purl C3F- Slip 3 stitches to cable needle and hold to front, knit next 3 stitches, knit the 3 stitches off cable needle. CO 48 stitches and join for working in the round, PM. Work 5 rows in K2 P2 ribbing Row 6 \*(K6 P2) repeat from \* til end Row 7-11 repeat Row 6 Row 12 \*(C3F P2) repeat from \* til end Rows 13-20 \*(K6 P2) repeat from \* til end rows 23-27 repeat Row 22 Row 28 and next 4 rows work in K2 P2 BO and weave in ends. No blocking necessary, just slip this sleeve on your next cup of Joe to Go and enjoy your handiwork and the compliments coming your way!
